Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. JAXA launched the satellite GOSAT (Greenhouse Gas Observing Satellite) to help scientists determine and monitor the density distribution of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
  2. ISRO launched SPOT 6 on PSLV-C20 on September 09, 2012.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

  1. Only (1)

  2. Only (2)

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. Neither (1) nor (2)

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A Correct answer
Explanation

(a) Statement (1) is correct. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched the satellite GOSAT (Greenhouse Gas Observing Satellite) to help scientists determine and monitor the density distribution of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

(b) Statement (2) is incorrect. PSLV - C21 launched SPOT 6 and PROITERES on September 09, 2012 successfully.